NW 70th over Trib. to Cherry Creek
GoodPosted for loadCherokee County, Kansas · 1.2N 0.8W of Sherwin · Structure no. 000000000110550
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 270
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
NW 70th over Trib. to Cherry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying NW 70th over Trib. to Cherry Creek in Cherokee County, Kansas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 270 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 320 by 2043. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NW 70th over Trib. to Cherry Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is NW 70th over Trib. to Cherry Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does NW 70th over Trib. to Cherry Creek carry?
About 270 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is NW 70th over Trib. to Cherry Creek?
The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns NW 70th over Trib. to Cherry Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.